It’s that time of year again, when you throw open the windows and air out the house. Time to shake out the rugs, consider packing away the flannel sheets, and time to CLEAN. Before you reach for that blue cleaner, check out your pantry. Chances are, you’ve got all the makings of a green cleaning kit right on your shelves or in your cupboard. Not only can you clean your house without putting you or your family at risk, but it’s also cheaper. Personally, I’m a huge fan of a basic, simple, all-purpose cleaning spray that is equal parts water, white vinegar, and a dozen or so drops of essential oil (favorites are tea tree oil, lemongrass oil, and rosemary oil). You can buy the big jug of vinegar for next to nothing (especially if you go with store brands), big box stores offer spray bottles on the cheap, water you have. The most expensive part is the oil (which isn’t a must; it just helps dilute the vinegar smell a bit) – and luckily, that lasts for quite a while as you only use drops at a time. Voila! An easy-to-make and good-for-you all-purpose cleaner. Use it to spray down counters, sinks, stoves, toilets. whatever surface needs cleaning; it even makes a fantastic, streak-free window cleaner!

About Brooke

Brooke has been a bonafide bedding snob since 2002 & has learned the pleasure of sleeping on truly fabulous sheets. In her spare time she bakes copious amounts of yummy, not-so-good-for-you food; reminisces about how she used to have lots of spare time for reading; & does her best to keep her 3-year old, tiny-dictator-of-a-son away from certain danger.

About Cuddledown

Cuddledown is based in Yarmouth, Maine and offers a wide selection of down and synthetic down pillows, comforters and featherbeds  all made in the USA. Our down bedding is handcrafted with premium fills and fabrics to ensure that only the finest products are produced for our customers. We also offer a broad assortment of luxurious sheets, blankets, slippers, sleepwear, apparel, towels, and home decor. Our products include many eco-safe and eco-friendly options, exclusive designs and our very own line of sleepwear called Amadora.